The Cornell program Studies for Netherlandic Language and Culture
The Cornell program Studies for Netherlandic Language and Culture has a history dating as far back as WWII. The program aims to provide Cornell students, faculty and staff as well as students from colleges and High Schools of the Upstate New York Fingerlakes Region with skills and knowledge of Dutch and Flemish.
The program is housed in the Department of German Studies in Goldwin Smith Hall. Address: GS G67
Courses
DUTCH 1210 Elementary Dutch (Fall 2008, 4 credits)
In this course, you will learn the basic grammar of Dutch and get intensive practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing basic Dutch in meaningful contexts. Through the language you will get acquainted with the country and its society and its people. At the end of the course you will be able to understand basic Dutch and make yourself understood in everyday situations.
DUTCH 1220 Elementary Dutch continued (Spring 2009, 4 credits)
In this course, you will expand your knowledge of Dutch vocabulary & grammar through both the textbook and online resources such as Dutch TV and radio. It will give you more insight into Dutch society and will improve your listening and reading skills. You will start to write texts in Dutch and will be able to develop your conversational skills through contacts with native speakers. At the end of the course you will be able to hold simple conversations with native speakers.
DUTCH 2030 Intermediate Dutch (Fall 2008, 3 credits)
In this course, we will increase the use of authentic texts to help you expand your knowledge of Dutch culture and proficiency in the language. Guided conversations, discussions, compositions, reading, and language assignments will result in improved control of Dutch grammatical structures and vocabulary. After completing this course, you will have a solid basis to understand Dutch and will be well on your way to become fluent in the language.
DUTCH 3000 Directed Studies (Spring 2009, 1-4 credits)
Individualized advanced Dutch studies. This course provides students with individualized programs which can be anything from advanced mastery in any or all skills to the mastery of Dutch for research, literature, and history in support of all disciplines.
DUTCH 2050 Dutch Society & Culture (Fall 2008, 4 credits) in English
The Netherlands is known as the country of tulips, cheese, and windmills as well as being infamous for its liberal policies regarding legalized soft drugs, prostitution, and gay marriage. What is the truth behind these holiday snapshots and the superficial image of a liberal party spot? During this course we will discuss various aspects of Dutch history, as well as contemporary and controversial issues. Through these studies, we will learn how the history and geography of the Low Countries has influenced its own early and contemporary culture and psyche as well as how it influenced others parts of the world.
Information can also be found in the Cornell Course catalog.
Language Requirement
Students can fulfill the Language Requirement as stipulated by the College of Arts and Sciences, upon successfully completing DUTCH 2030.
Enrollment
Students are advised to contact the instructor for an appointment before enrolling.